Pump Expert Advice

We've organized some of the leading pump experts to share their advice on pumps and systems. These experts have written articles about their experiences and advice on saving time, reducing costs, and improving pump and system reliability. Have an article you want to include in this section?

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IsernHäger designs machine-controlled pre- and sour-dough systems for its clients. The company found success with KNOLL progressive cavity pumps for one client who required an all-in-one custom design.

Friction loss can occur in a piping system for a number of reasons. Identifying potential areas of friction loss and solving them can help increase a piping system's efficiency and effectiveness. Read more to learn how to reduce friction loss in your system.

Dye dosing and starch recirculation are two common processes in the paper industry that require shear sensitive, accurate, and cost efficient pumps. A pump expert from Watson-Marlow explains the requirements of the paper industry and how peristaltic pumps can fulfill them.

Leak-free operation is a necessity for resin transfer. Seal-less pump technology provides a solution that is both cost-effective and environmentally conscious. Read more about historical pump types and methods for resin-handling applications and how seal-less pumps can offer an alternative.

The development and purification of biologics in the biopharmaceutical industry present several challenges for pump manufacturers. Single-use positive quaternary diaphragm pumps are the most effective and cost-efficient pumping system for these applications. This article explains the challenge and how single-use technology addresses it.

Pump curves contain essential information for specifying and operating pumps, but they can also be confusing even for seasoned engineers. Learn basic pump curve elements and how to apply them to pump performance and pump selection. This article will show you how.

There are many factors to proper pump selection, which aims to give the end user the best pump performance and value for their money in any given application. By examining overall operating cost, maintenance, and reliability, users can avoid common pitfalls of pump selection. Read this article to learn how.

Sulfiric acid is used in many industrial applications and requires specialized pumping equipment to handle safely. This article describes the various factors involved in selecting the right pump for hazardous fluid transfer and reccomends AODD pumps as a safe solution.

Chemical processing pumps operate in extremely harsh and relentless conditions; mandatory maintenance of pumps essential to the process, such as transfer pumps, not only improves pump performance but also extends pump life long term and creates a healthier working environment for employees. This article outlines maintenance schedules and what to look for.

Air operated diaphragm pumps offer many advantages including easily repair and maintenance. They remain an ideal choice for commercial and industrial applications transferring a wide variety of fluids, including fuels, glues, resins, inks, and food-based or cosmetic liquids.

Latex emulsions are difficult to blend and transport, requiring high levels of precision in the manufacturing and handling processes. Nearly every pump type has been unable to provide total coverage for every concern associated with transporting latex emulsions except air operated double diaphragm (AODD) pumps.

The liquid-terminal industry transfers millions of gallons of raw materials every day. Article discusses how the use of positive displacement sliding vane pumps can significantly decrease the transfer loss, while improving efficiency and safety.

Outrageous claims are often made about the turndown capabilities of various pumping technologies, and their ability to act as metering pumps. This paper presents data to clarify turndown, its unbreakable bond to accuracy, and the real benefit of turndown to a process.

The appeal of a submersible pump comes in part from the ability to simply drop the pump into either a tank or sump without worrying about the structural integrity. However, despite the ease of installation, the submersible pump is the one of the most misused pumps on the market, largely due to its cost effectiveness in comparison to a vertical unit.

U.S. oil production is the highest it has been in 15 years. Recognition of the best pump types for oil and refined-fuel applications is more important than ever. This article explores why sliding vane pump technology has been a preferred choice for over 100 years.

There are lots of pump types available, but which one is right for you? Understanding which pump type you need for your application is critical for reducing costs and increasing the life of your pump and system. We've worked with leading pump experts to put together this comprehensive guide to the most popular pump types.

The days when pump system designers were forced to compromise with standard products that couldn’t be modified to their specific applications are long gone. Now customizing your pump to perform perfectly in a system is the norm. The key to finding the right pump for the job involves first understanding the pumps and then asking the right questions.

Though gear pumps may seem simple enough, it actually takes five pump curves to correctly size them for your application. Understanding each of these curves will help you select the right gear pump for the job.

Understanding a few key factors before buying and installing a vertical turbine pump, can prevent a lot of problems and unnecessary maintenance costs. Author provides some advice when shopping for and installing each of the vertical turbine pump's four main components, including: motor, discharge head, bowl assembly, and column & lineshaft.

Broken shafts are a regular occurrence when operating a centrifugal pump, but it doesn't have to be. This article highlights why pump shafts break and what can be done to prevent the damage from happening.